Adam Lay
Palmyra
Summary
Accomplished retail manager with 13 years of experience contributing to outstanding success in the grocery industry. Collage graduate with a bachelors of biological science with premed focus. Confident in ability to effectively perform scientifically rigorous tasks, work with complex systems, and quickly learn new information. Track record of collaborating with others and working independently in a variety of settings including scientific laboratories and retail business. Committed to the constant pursuit of knowledge and self improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Department Manager
Niemann Foods
Palmyra Mo
01.2025 - Current
- Managed daily workflows to optimize productivity within receiving department, ensuring accurate processing of incoming shipments.
- Lead various vendors to supply quality product and accurate billing.
- Oversee various vendors and Build professional relationships to insure the best quality services for our company.
- Supervise stockers to insure proper job performance.
Dairy Department Manager
Niemann Foods
Palmyra Mo
01.2025 - Current
- Managed daily operations of dairy department to ensure product quality and freshness.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for proper job performance.
- Conducted regular audits of dairy products to maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
- Ordered product and maintained inventory systems to insure proper product availability.
Night Manager
Niemann Foods
Palmyra, MO
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Supervised nightly operations, ensuring proper job performance by all employees.
- Implemented training programs for new employees, enhancing employee performance during night shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, to produce satisfactory results and improve the customer and store relationship.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally, coordinating with necessary personnel to ensure customer and employee safety.
- Restocked inventory on shelves by unpacking backroom boxes and filling empty space on shelves with appropriate items.
- Managed 7-10 employees in delivering smooth, productive night shift operations.
Dairy Department Manager
Niemann Foods
Palmyra Mo
11.2018 - 08.2021
Furniture Mover
Browns Furniture
Palmyra Mo
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted in loading and unloading furniture items, ensuring safe handling and transport.
- Operated hand trucks and dollies to efficiently maneuver heavy furniture pieces.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily delivery schedules effectively.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries during deliveries.
Night Manager
Niemann Foods
07.2016 - 05.2018
Grocery Stocker
Niemann Foods
04.2013 - 07.2016
- Stocked shelves efficiently, ensuring optimal product placement and accessibility for customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of storage areas, promoting a safe working environment.
- Assisted customers with complaints and questions about products.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts safely to transport goods within the store and backroom areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences (Pre-med Focus)
Quincy University
Quincy, IL12-2022
Skills
- Project management
- Warehouse operations
- Stock control
- Data collection / entry
- Quality assurance
- Operation of scientific instruments
- Sample collection
- Scientific methodology
Timeline
Receiving Department Manager
Niemann Foods
01.2025 - Current
Dairy Department Manager
Niemann Foods
01.2025 - Current
Night Manager
Niemann Foods
08.2021 - 01.2025
Dairy Department Manager
Niemann Foods
11.2018 - 08.2021
Furniture Mover
Browns Furniture
08.2018 - 11.2018
Night Manager
Niemann Foods
07.2016 - 05.2018
Grocery Stocker
Niemann Foods
04.2013 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences (Pre-med Focus)
Quincy University